Burger King is closing the gap in the burger wars with a simple formula: Better food and a star executive who takes customers’ calls himselfhttps://fortune.com/2026/08/17/burger-king-winning-formula-whopper-sales-second-largest-burger-chain/Burger King surpassed Wendy’s as America’s second-largest burger retailer last quarter after a bump in U.S. same-store sales.
Aug 17, 2026 7:01 PM
How KC Concepcion showed his versatility for Browns in preseason openerhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/kc-concepcion-showed-versatility-browns-181127076.htmlThe Browns drafted wide receiver KC Concepcion to be more than just a pass catcher. He showed all of that skill off in the preseason opener.
Aug 17, 2026 6:11 PM
Iran deal clock hits zero as Trump demands ‘white flag’ with new pressure campaign loominghttps://www.foxnews.com/world/iran-deal-clock-hits-zero-trump-demands-white-flag-new-pressure-campaign-loomingTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent promises unprecedented economic isolation of Iran as the 60-day nuclear deal deadline passes with no final agreement.
Aug 17, 2026 5:59 PM
“Really” Jamie Carragher wants answers about Arsenal’s Lewis-Skelly planshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/really-jamie-carragher-wants-answers-170500199.htmlJamie Carragher was impressed with Myles Lewis-Skelly’s performance when Arsenal faced Manchester City in the Community Shield yesterday. The pass he provided for Riccardo Calafiori was world-class,...
Aug 17, 2026 5:05 PM
Where do Packers rank in Nielsen ‘Fandom Index?’ Shocker: Near the tophttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/where-packers-rank-nielsen-fandom-170452507.htmlSurprise, surprise, when TV ratings superpower Nielsen crunched numbers to assess the most passionate NFL markets, Green Bay ranked well.
Aug 17, 2026 5:04 PM
Netflix Hires Warner Bros. Exec Katie Martin Kelley as Communications VPhttps://variety.com/2026/film/news/netflix-katie-martin-kelly-warner-bros-1236836406/Netflix has hired Katie Martin Kelley as VP of film communications. In her new role, Martin Kelley will oversee communications for the streaming giant’s feature film department, encompassing live-action, documentaries, and animation. She will start on Sept. 8 and report to Netflix’s chief communications officer Dani Dudeck. Martin Kelley is replacing Emily Feingold, who left […]
Aug 17, 2026 5:00 PM
Paul George sends a crystal-clear message to Celtics fans after landing in Bostonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/paul-george-sends-crystal-clear-164818272.htmlPaul George broke his silence during his first visit to the Celtics facility, delivering a passionate message to Boston fans.
Aug 17, 2026 4:48 PM
Trump’s dumb border wallhttps://www.theverge.com/report/980933/trump-border-wall-big-bend-arizona-cottonwood-tree-sitA bulldozer plows through land during construction for a section of border wall near Santa Elena Canyon on August 14, 2026 in Big Bend National Park, Texas. | Brandon Bell/Getty Images
About 22 miles south of the former mining town of Patagonia, Arizona, down a winding, unpaved mountain road that passes cows grazing on open range, stands a cottonwood tree believed to be at least 200 years old. T...
Aug 17, 2026 4:17 PM
NFL News: Chicago Bears Host Former First-Round Pick to Potentially Bolster Defensehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nfl-news-chicago-bears-host-160831500.htmlThe Chicago Bears didn’t land two of the best pass rushers available in NFL free agency this summer, with Jadeveon […]
Aug 17, 2026 4:08 PM
Will Power goes from dead last to the podium in manic Markham IndyCar racehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/power-goes-dead-last-podium-160724471.htmlTwo hours of sleep for the Aussie’s crew, a new engine, and 22 passes later ended with a third-place finish
Aug 17, 2026 4:07 PM
Is New York Jets RB Breece Hall’s season in jeopardy?https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/york-jets-rb-breece-hall-160148703.htmlThe Jets' star running back, Breece Hall, was running to catch a pass and suddenly fell to the ground without colliding with any player.
Aug 17, 2026 4:01 PM
Dragojevic excited for 'maybe biggest derby on earth'https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dragojevic-excited-maybe-biggest-derby-145535553.htmlVanja Dragojevic is relishing the chance to play in "maybe the biggest derby on earth" when Rangers host Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup next month. The 20-year-old midfielder has previously played in Belgrade's 'Eternal Derby' for Partizan, but has been told the Old Firm could surpass that experience. Dragojevic scored his first Rangers goal in Sunday's League Cup win over St Mirren, setting u...
Aug 17, 2026 2:55 PM
Tzolis' wings clipped at Canarieshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/tzolis-wings-clipped-canaries-143237245.htmlArsenal moved for Christos Tzolis after the best season of his career where he was involved in 40 goals, scoring 17 times and providing 23 assists as Club Brugge were crowned league champions in Belgium. Since then he has not looked back and Tzolis has developed to become one of the most reliable creators in Europe. Alongside his two assists, he played more passes into the final third than anyo...
Aug 17, 2026 2:32 PM
Joe Fagano showcased efficiency and accuracy in preseason openerhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/joe-fagano-showcased-efficiency-accuracy-142609087.htmlJoe Fagano has taken the 3rd-string QB position battle by the scruff of the neck, as he led the NFL week one of the preseason in passing yards (224)
Aug 17, 2026 2:26 PM
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Season openershttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/usmnt-midweek-viewing-guide-season-142509740.htmlMidweek action is here. MLS games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. All kickoff times are in EST. Let’s get into it! Monday No notable USA players in action. Tuesday Wednesday Also in action: Thursday Friday Also in action: That’s it! Did I miss anything […]
Aug 17, 2026 2:25 PM
Brewers Reacts Survey: Can the Brewers break another franchise record?https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/brewers-reacts-survey-brewers-break-142419840.htmlMilwaukee is on track to lead the majors in wins and surpass last year’s 97-win mark
Aug 17, 2026 2:24 PM
Dan Hardy on Islam Makhachev’s welterweight future: ‘His game has to change’https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dan-hardy-islam-makhachev-welterweight-121751111.htmlIslam Makhachev won again on Saturday night at UFC 330, surpassing Anderson Silva to hold the most consecutive wins in UFC history. That new number, 17, will already be hard to surpass … and Makhachev has made it clear that he intends to keep adding to it for years to come. Standing in the way […]
Aug 17, 2026 12:17 PM
“It feels like coming home”https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/feels-coming-home-120700264.htmlSome bonds never fade, no matter how much time passes. When Kevin Kampl suddenly walked out on stage at our season-opening event, a huge cheer erupted across the Festwiese. And 'Kevko' himself quickly...
Aug 17, 2026 12:07 PM
Support for Jason Arday’s family shows ‘Britain still cares’, says Windrush campaignerhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/aug/17/support-jason-arday-family-shows-britain-still-cares-windrush-campaignerCrowdfund passes £150,000, while Cambridge chancellor criticises ‘racist feeding frenzy’ around academic’s deathA Windrush campaigner who launched a fundraiser for Jason Arday’s family has said the outpouring of support shows “Britain still cares”.Arday, who was found dead on Friday, had resigned the previous week from his post as professor of sociology of education at the University of Cambridge ...
Aug 17, 2026 12:02 PM
'Deal or no Deal changed my life!'https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/deal-no-deal-changed-life-110428410.htmlHull City owner Acun Ilicali has been chatting to BBC Radio Humberside in a three-part feature interview where he discussed how he became one of Turkey's most popular TV stars and the owner of a Premier League football club. The passionate Turkish media mogul shared his story in a wide-ranging chat ahead of his clubs' first top-flight game in nine years and his first since buying them in 2022. I...
Aug 17, 2026 11:04 AM